Canon S120 vs Kodak M530
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Canon S120 vs Kodak M530 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F1.8-5.7) lens
- 217g - 100 x 59 x 29mm
- Released November 2013
- Old Model is Canon S110
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1000
- 640 x 480 video
- 36-108mm (F) lens
- 150g - 94 x 57 x 23mm
- Launched January 2010

Canon S120 vs Kodak M530 Overview
On this page, we are evaluating the Canon S120 vs Kodak M530, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Kodak. The resolution of the S120 (12MP) and the M530 (12MP) is fairly well matched but the S120 (1/1.7") and M530 (1/2.3") provide different sensor size.

The S120 was revealed 3 years after the M530 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting into a in depth comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the S120 grades against the M530 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon S120 vs Kodak M530 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot S120 & Kodak EasyShare M530. The full galleries are provided at Canon S120 Gallery & Kodak M530 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon S120 over the Kodak M530
S120 | M530 | |||
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Launched | November 2013 | ![]() | January 2010 | Newer by 48 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 922k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+692k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Kodak M530 over the Canon S120
M530 | S120 |
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Common features in the Canon S120 and Kodak M530
S120 | M530 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen |
Canon S120 vs Kodak M530 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and size. The Canon S120 features exterior dimensions of 100mm x 59mm x 29mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 217 grams (0.48 lbs) while the Kodak M530 has specifications of 94mm x 57mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs).
Look at the Canon S120 vs Kodak M530 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the S120 vs the M530.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S120 and M530 is 92 and 95 respectively.

Canon S120 vs Kodak M530 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very tough to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions merely by looking at a spec sheet. The pic here should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the S120 and M530.
As you can see, the two cameras have the same megapixels but different sensor dimensions. The S120 provides the larger sensor which should make getting shallower DOF less difficult. The younger S120 should have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.

Canon S120 vs Kodak M530 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon S120 vs Kodak M530 Specifications
Canon PowerShot S120 | Kodak EasyShare M530 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Kodak |
Model | Canon PowerShot S120 | Kodak EasyShare M530 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2013-11-26 | 2010-01-05 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Digic 6 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 41.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 1000 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 36-108mm (3.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/1.8-5.7 | - |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 4.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 922k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | TFT PureColor II G Touch screen LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 seconds | 1/8 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1400 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 12.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m | 4.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 or 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 217 grams (0.48 lb) | 150 grams (0.33 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 100 x 59 x 29mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 94 x 57 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 56 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 21.3 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.9 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 246 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 230 pictures | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-6LH | KLIC-7006 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $449 | $110 |